what do you know about Alzheimer's Disease

Alzheimer's Disease

September 21 is World Alzheimer's Day.  Let's find out what is Alzheimer's disease, who discovered it, what are its symptoms, what to look out for, what can be done to prevent it, what modern medicine says about Alzheimer's Disease.

Alois Alzheimer's disease was discovered in 1906 by a German doctor. This is why it is called Alzheimer's disease. He studied the brain of a dead woman in a state of strange intricacies and miraculous clots of brain cells. She had died of strange symptoms of memory loss. He was the first scientist in the world to argue that those symptoms were related to the structure of her brain. To put it simply, Alzheimer's disease is a form of forgetfulness. Forgetting the first name, then forgetting the grandchildren, forgetting to eat the food, thus the symptoms increase. At first, it was a joke to others in the house. Knowing the severity of the disease, one has to run to the doctor. In fact, it is too late. This is because scientists have found that the onset of Alzheimer's disease in the brain is almost ten years after the onset of symptoms. The study found that after the age of 65, 20 percent of people are at risk of developing Alzheimer's.

What causes Alzheimer's?

It has been 110 years since the disease was first introduced to medicine. But the reason for this is in just 3 words - "I don't know for sure".

It is a fact that even though many institutions, doctors, scientists, scientists have defeated their knowledge skills, there is no cure for this disease today. If the cause is not known, on what basis will the treatment be given? The only way to diagnose this disease is to rely on symptoms. Machinery based on modern technology but not particularly useful. Only when it is time to perform an autopsy after death does it unfold.

To prevent Alzheimer's:

There is a lot to read about what to do to prevent Alzheimer's. It says, "Exercise regularly, eat a light and nutritious diet, eat fresh fruits and vegetables, and have a happy and vibrant atmosphere." In fact, these remedies are said to be good for general health, but there is nothing special about preventing Alzheimer's. Not to mention there are two drugs called Donapazil and Rivastigmin. Symptoms include thin stools, frequent urination, nausea, vomiting, insomnia, nightmares, dizziness, weight loss, limbs, joint pains, and headaches. Moreover, it has adverse effects on the usefulness of other drugs. It should be noted that these treatments are not for curing the disease but only for temporary relief. In short, there is no cure for Alzheimer's disease in modern medicine.

An autopsy of an Alzheimer's patient reveals the following: Abnormal proteins are found outside the neurons, and fibers of these proteins are also found in the neurons. It contains a protein called A-68 / Tau. Nerve damage is found in the hippocampus and the outer part of the brain. Many extracellular proteins are depleted, as is acetylcholine, a neurotransmitter. Along with necrosis, amyloidosis is seen around the axons coming out of the neurons. In this process, a layer of beta-amyloid protein is found on the blood vessels of the brain and around the axons. These amyloid proteins are not found in normal aging.

 Alzheimer's disease is difficult to diagnose early. It is neglected to understand the forgetfulness that occurs with age. Stumbling while walking. Muscle stiffness interferes with other movements. The disease is more likely to be caused by old age and heredity. Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) - magnetic resonance imaging and c. T. Scanning (computerized tomography) shows the degeneration of the cerebral cortex. P.E.T. (Positron emission tomography) The test shows degeneration on both sides of the brain.

 There is no effective treatment for this disease. The patient's family needs to be informed of the disease. Such patients need to be taken care of properly. This work is hard and patient. Currently, tacrin is the only drug for the disease. It can affect the patient if given early. In addition, vitamin pills are given as a supplement.

 Currently, the number of senior citizens is increasing due to the increase in the average life expectancy of people around the world. Generally over 85 years of age. 50% of the elderly are diagnosed with Alzheimer's. Efforts are being made by various government and charitable organizations to help such patients and their families.